Stock Controller
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Job Overview

We plan on hiring a proficient and experienced Stock Controller to join our retail store on an immediate basis. 

You will be managing our inventory, as well as, purchase merchandise based on our company’s requirements. You will be responsible for tracking down the shipments, administering inventory audits, and also maintaining purchase reports and pricing. 

You should have extensive know-how with the latest supply chain procedures and have robust communication skills that will help you interact with internal teams, clients, and vendors. Last but not least, you will be increasing effectiveness and profitability by maintaining optimal stock levels of the best products at all times.

We would like to meet you if you have the desired skills and qualifications for this role. Send in your application to us right away.

Responsibilities

• Forecast both supply and demand that helps prevent running OOS and overstocking

• Enter purchase details (invoices, vendor details, pricing) into the internal databases

• Place orders that help replenish stock items as and when required

• Track shipments and keep the records up-to-date on a day-to-day basis

• Oversee product storage, particularly of fragile items

• Estimate suppliers’ offer and negotiate gainful deals

• Manage and maintain inventory audits on a regular basis

• Ensure the purchases do not exceed the estimated budget

• Manage the purchasing orders and inventory control

• Liaise with the internal teams and warehouse staff to test the product’s quality

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics or relevant field

• Proven experience as an Inventory Manager, Stock Controller, or similar role

• Extensive know-how of supply chain procedures

• A thorough understanding of inventory management programs

• Excellent inventory management skills

• Actively take part in inventory audits

• Outstanding organization skills

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills

• Good mathematical and analytical skills

• Should be a team player